Suns coach Mike DAntoni joined Dave Burns on Monday’s edition of the 620 Sportsline:

Audio: Suns coach Mike D’Antoni

* Monday was Shaquille O’Neal’s first practice with the Phoenix Suns. Shaq still needs to get into game shape and D’Antoni does not expect him to play Wednesday night against the Warriors.

* The Dallas game is more realistic and if not there he will definitely play against the Lakers after the All-Star break.

* Throughout the interview Coach said, “There’s going to be a period of adjustment.” Normally the Suns would not have practiced Sunday, but D’Antoni wanted the players to get acclimated with each other. Coach understands that “we will adapt things to him and he will have to adapt to us.” Both Shaq and his teammates will have to make changes.

* O’Neal has four titles and he wants to add more to the list. O’Neal has accomplished everything he wanted to from an individual standpoint. D’Antoni talked about how Shaq “will do whatever it takes to win.”

* Shaq isn’t the only thing going on with the Suns. Amare Stoudamire performance has improved since O’Neal has arrived and Marion has departed. “Amare’s defense is getting good and that’s key for us,” D’Antoni said.

* Finally, D’Antoni gave his view on the frame of mind of the locker room, “people’s moods and attitudes are on the up.” Is this a shot at Marion or has Shaq brought about the improved environment? D’Antoni also stated that to keep the new attitude they will have to continue to win.